Ankara to Nalchik flights
Nalchik lies 977 km (607 mi) north-east of Ankara, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Ankara | Nalchik | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Turkey | Russia |
| Population | 3.5 million | 239,300 |
| Elevation | 874 m (2,867 ft) | 464 m (1,522 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Istanbul) | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) |
| Nearest large airport | ESB, 26 km out | MRV, 92 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Nalchik
Crossing from Turkey into Russia: money changes from the Lira to the Ruble (RUB); the dialling code becomes +7; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q24233148.
Airports at each end
Leaving Ankara
Ankara is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Esenboğa International Airport (ESB), 26 km (16 mi) from the centre, whose 12,303-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Nalchik
Nalchik is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Mineralnye Vody Airport (MRV), 92 km (57 mi) from the centre, whose 12,795-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Nalchik Airport (NAL, 2 km), Vladikavkaz Beslan International Airport (OGZ, 86 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mineralnye Vody Airport | MRV | 92 km (57 mi) | 12,795 ft | 1,054 ft |
| Nalchik Airport (regional) | NAL | 2 km (1 mi) | 7,218 ft | 1,461 ft |
| Vladikavkaz Beslan International Airport (regional) | OGZ | 86 km (53 mi) | 9,843 ft | 1,673 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Nalchik from Ankara?
977 km (607 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Ankara.
How long does it take to get from Ankara to Nalchik by air?
About 2 h, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ankara and Nalchik?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Ankara to Nalchik flights?
Typically Esenboğa International Airport (ESB) to Mineralnye Vody Airport (MRV); Nalchik also has NAL, OGZ.
What currency do I need in Nalchik?
The Ruble (RUB).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.